Local students recently got a feel for what it’s like to work in law enforcement through the “Cops for Kids” program.

“This program was created in hopes of reaching out to Airdrie’s youngest citizens in a positive way by providing a reward for students who have shown excellence in academics,” said Cpl. Gina Slaney, media relations officer for the Airdrie RCMP, in a press release on June 3.

On May 31, it was hosted by the Airdrie RCMP with six children chosen to participate from schools in the area.

The kids were given the opportunity to interact with members of local law enforcement and get an introduction to various aspects of policing strategies.

After a tour of the Airdrie RCMP detachment, they participated in a role play scenario with a constable.

They completed traffic stops and were also shown how to investigate Criminal Code offences, such as impaired driving and theft.

This was the first time the program has been held in Airdrie, but the RCMP hopes to make it an annual event.